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For immediate release:14th May 2025
Pelvic health at the menopause
Pelvic problems are common at the menopause but shouldn’t be seen as normal. Declining oestrogen levels can weaken the pelvic floor muscles, leading to a range of uncomfortable symptoms. Urinary incontinence, vaginal dryness, chronic constipation and frequent urinary tract infections should always be assessed by a GP or pelvic health physiotherapist.
In the Spring 2025 issue of The Menopause Exchange newsletter, Laura Patterson, MSK and pelvic health specialist physiotherapist working in collaboration with The Menopause Consortium, discusses common pelvic floor problems and how to manage them, including the importance of pelvic floor exercises and lifestyle changes.
“Strong pelvic floor muscles are vital for bladder and bowel control, yet many women don’t seek the help they need,” says Norma Goldman, founder and director of The...